Overview
These two separate trails (Pinnacle Gulch and Shorttail Gulch), each a moderately steep short walk down to sandy coves, dramatic cliffs, and interesting rock formations with beautiful views of Bodega Head and Point Reyes from the beach, can be hiked as a 1.9-mile loop at lower tides. Day use parking is available at the Pinnacle Gulch trailhead, located in a housing sub-division off of Hwy 1, just south of the town of Bodega Bay. A restroom is located at the parking lot of Pinnacle Gulch Trailhead.
Ecosystems/Natural Features
Beach, cliffs, tidepools, riparian canyons, cypress trees
Download the Official Shorttail Gulch Coastal Access Trail Map
Download the Official Pinnacle and Shorttail Gulch Coastal Access Trail Map (PDF) Map credit: Sonoma County Regional Parks
Official Website
Official Shorttail Gulch Coastal Access Trail website (Regional Parks)
Directions
Directions to Shorttail Gulch Coastal Access Trailhead (Google Maps)